Ever since 1713, when Spain had to hand it over to Britain, Gibraltar has been the ongoing site of many battles. Never reconciled with the loss of the small yet strategically very important Southwest corner, Spain has always been eager to get it back. After 300 years of open military attacks and diplomatic crises that turned ‘the Rock’ into an impenetrable fortress with 70 kilometres of underground tunnels, this micro-community is about to gain a new status.

While Great Britain and Spain are negotiating the terms and price, the people of Gibraltar are raising their own voice and demanding independence. The geological wonder and botanical paradise that is Gibraltar is also one of most fascinating spots for international travellers and a place where centuries of different influences have melted into a powerful mix of exotic customs.